Columbia County Sheriff's Office
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David W. Harrison, Jr., SHERIFF James R. Sweet, UNDERSHERIFF

Being a Deputy Sheriff, Correction Officer or other member of the Sheriff's Office can be a fulfilling job
opportunity for a motivated woman or man,(under the age of thirty five - Deputy Sheriff), who resides in
our County. The Sheriff's Office is a unique agency. It is one agency that provides FOUR
enforcement functions; Law Enforcement, Corrections, Security Services and Civil
Enforcement.
By New York State County Law, sworn personnel must be a resident of Columbia County to work for the
Sheriff. The Sheriff's Office is an equal opportunity civil service agency which is regulated by the
Columbia County and State Civil Service Commissions. Members of the Sheriff's Office are enrolled in the
NYS Retirement System.
Candidates for full time positions must first qualify by taking written and physical agility civil service
examinations. All candidates must be of good moral character and not have been convicted of a crime.
They will undergo an extensive background investigation and must successfully complete Polygraph and
Psychological examinations.
2007 Starting salary for Deputy Sheriff - $40,755
2007 Starting salary for Correction Officer - $30,548
If you are interested in applying for a Per Diem Registered or Licensed Practical Nurse position call
(518)828-3324 x 1510.
If you are interested in applying for a Per Diem Food Service Cook position call (518)828-3324 x 1505.
Applications for employment for all positions may be obtained at the lobby of the Public Safety Facility.
Information about testing can be obtained from Columbia County Civil Service which is located at 401
State Street in the City of Hudson, 518-828-6622.
COLUMBIA COUNTY EMPLOYMENT INFO
Copyright ©2006 Columbia County Sheriff's Office, Hudson, NY 12534
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